Memoriam/memorial Robert Carrizalez, 60, of Lubbock, passed away on Nov. 4, 2013. Robert was born Feb. 16, 1953, to Jose Guadalupe and Antonia Carrizalez in Lubbock, Texas. Throughout Roberts's life, he was an artist and enjoyed painting as well as sculpting. At Texas Tech, where he graduated in May of 1978, he was a member of Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternal Organization. Robert graduated with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Fine Arts. Robert worked as a Senior Systems Analyst at Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word for many years. He was also employed at Brunken Gulf States Toyota. Robert is survived by his mother, Antonia Carrizalez; brothers, Luis Guadalupe, Gabriel, Billy, Gilbert, David, Danny, Eddie, Charles, and Anthony; sisters, Alice Cardenas, Sylvia Trevino and Regina Carrizalez, all of Lubbock, Vivian Stinson, Andrea and Angelica Carrizalez, all of Round Rock, Texas. Robert was preceded in death by his father. Armando Diaz Flores, 38, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 1, 2013. He was born on June 3, 1975 in Lubbock, Texas. Armando is survived by his girlfriend, Jamie Martinez; her four children, Estevan Cruz, Breanna Martinez, Nathaniel Stoneham, and Cierra Stoneham of Lubbock; his mother, Julia Diaz; and his father, Armando C. Flores. He is also survived by two sisters, Graciela Flores of Carrolton, Texas and Breanna Diaz; and one brother, John Alfred Flores of Lubbock. Armando also leaves behind three nephews, Christopher Lee Flores, Zachary Martinez, and Jonathon Garcia; his grandmother, Rafaela A. Diaz; uncles and aunts, Santos Diaz of Anton, Texas, Ramon Diaz of Lubbock, Martin Diaz of Houston, Texas and Diana Diaz of Lubbock. Mr. Flores was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gill Diaz R.; uncles, Gill Diaz Jr. and Edwardo Diaz of Lubbock; and grandparents, Gumicendo Flores Sr. and Venancia C. Flores both of Lubbock. Elida G. Garza, 85, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 1, 2013. She was born May 13, 1928 in Robstown, Texas to the late Julian and Anita (Fernandez) Garcia. Elida married Raymundo Garza in 1944 in Mercedes, Texas. He preceded her in death in 2008. Those left to cherish her memory are five sons, Rafael, Julian, Raymond, and Arnold Garza, all of Lubbock, and Rene Garza of Houston; four daughters, Elvira Sauceda and Sylvia Perez both of Lubbock, Janie Montelongo of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Connie Patel of Washington D.C.; five sisters; 29 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and 12 great-great-grandchildren. To everything there is a season, a time to every purpose under the sun… ECCL 3:18.
Sarai Madison Gonzales, 14 months, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 3, 2013. Sarai was born Aug. 28, 2012 to Gerald and Belia Gonzales. Loved ones include her parents; brother, Nehemiah Gonzales; maternal grandparents, Manuel and Celia Duenez; maternal great-grandmother, Carmen Gonzalez; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended church family and friends. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Faustino and Anastacia Gonzales. Sissy, as she was known by her brother, Nehemiah, will be missed by everyone. Sarai had such a big beautiful smile and bright eyes that made everyone smile. We know she is running, dancing and rejoicing. Socorro Gutierrez passed away on Oct. 30, 2013. Socorro was born on June 16, 1935, in Los Fresnos, Texas. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Romeo Gutierrez; her daughter, Gloria Castro and her husband Jesse; her son, Ricky Gutierrez and wife Dora; her daughter, Debbie Gutierrez; her daughter, Minerva Quezada and Frank Villareal; son, Gary Guitierrez and wife Rebecca; son, Eddie Gutierrez and Josie Alvarado; eighteen grandchildren; and seventeen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriel and Julia Hernandez; her sister, Ramona Hernandez; and brother, John Hernandez. Socorro received her GED and attended South Plains College. She was a homemaker before she started work for K-Bar Texas Electric, where she worked for twenty years as manager of the parts department. One of her proudest accomplishments was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and she would show them off to whomever she encountered. She was a devout Catholic and raised her family in the church. Joe Peña Picón, 71, of Lubbock, passed away on Nov. 3, 2013. He was born April 28, 1942 in Millersview, Texas to Jesusita Picón and the late Juan Picón, Sr. Joe was a hard-working provider, loving husband and father, and a funloving friend to many. He was a devoted Catholic, member of Guadalupanos of Our Lady of Grace Church, and was a Fourth Degree member of Knights of Columbus, Council 3008, to which he dedicated his life and service. Joe is survived by his mother, Jesusita; wife, Ernestina; and four sons, Mike Picón of New York City, Mario and wife Melissa of McAllen, Texas, James and wife Victoria of Lubbock, and Kris Albert and wife Samantha, also of Lubbock. He is also survived by grandchildren, Marissa Erin, Zarin Paul, Meagan Leigh, and Marinda Lynn; and by one great-grandson, Aaron Lee. He is also survived by nine siblings, Beatrice Ortega, Juan Picón, Jr., Frank Picón, Carmen Olivarez, Mary Rodriguez, Felix Picón, David Picón, Diana Sanchez, and Ric Picón.
Balerino Sierra, Sr., 91, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 2, 2013. He was born on Dec. 14, 1921 in Hondo, Texas to Genaro and Victoria (Castillo) Sierra. Balerino married the love of his life Pauline Ramos on June 17, 1946 in Lubbock, Texas. She died on May 16, 1972. He honorably served his country during World War II against opposing forces where he was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart. He worked for W.D. Turner Construction Company for 38 years. Balerino also worked for Peterson Construction Company for 6 years. Mr. Sierra enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also played baseball for many years for Las Aguilas as a Pitcher in the Lubbock League. Balerino is survived by one son, Balerino Jr Sierra; four daughters, Angie Lopez, Olivia Cantu (Gerardo), Mary Ann Hall (Jimmy), and Victoria Fischer (Cary) ; one sister, Josie; ten grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren. Mr. Sierra was preceded in death by one son; his parents; six sisters; and four brothers. Rosalinda Dabila, 54, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 18, 2013. She was born on Oct. 4, 1959 in Eagle Pass, Texas. Rosalinda married Robert Dabila on Nov. 1, 1991 in Lubbock, Texas. Linda and Robert met in 1981 and were blessed with three beautiful daughters. She worked for KLFB Radio Station for eight years. She later worked at Guajardo Funeral Chapels for eight years. Mrs. Dabila battled breast cancer for 2 years. Linda is survived by her husband, Robert Dabila; three daughters, Alexandria Dabila, Gabriela Dabila and Xenia Dabila; and two grandchildren, Hailey Ortiz and Jayden Castro. She also leaves behind two sisters, Maria Del Carmen Escalante and Blanca Madera; three brothers, Alberto Gutierrez, Oscar Gutierrez, and Raul Gutierrez. Also surviving Linda are a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends. Mrs. Dabila was preceded in death by her parents, Ignacio Gutierrez and Maria Del Carmen Escalante. Lauriano “Larry” Moreno, 78, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 7, 2013. He was born on July 20, 1935 in Lubbock, Texas to Hijinio and Leonor Moreno. He was preceded in death by two sons, Andy and Henry Moreno, and one daughter, Toni Moreno. He married Frances Garcia on Oct. 29, 1955 in Lubbock, Texas, and just celebrated 58 years of marriage. He was a full-time carpenter for 40 years until his retirement 15 years ago. Survivors include his wife, Frances; four sons, Larry Jr., Steve, Ramon and Conrado Moreno; two daughters, Janie and Sandy Moreno; five brothers, Frank, Ramon, Jesse, Greg and Hijinio Jr.; six sisters, Carmen Camancho, Patsy Teran, Margaret Moreno, Rosa Chavez, Jayne Gomez and Rosario Granado; four grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
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Lee Adrian Sarabia, 26, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 14, 2013. He was born on Dec. 16, 1986. Mr. Sarabia is survived by his wife, Jamie Sarabia; one daughter, Jaylen Nicole Sarabia, age 8; and one son, Marcus Isaiah Sarabia, age 2. Mr. Sarabia is also survived by his parents, Guadalupe and Elvira Perez; two brothers, Fabian Cortez and Simian Perez; two sisters, Bianca Perez and Erica Romero; and his maternal grandmother, Blackie Sarabia. He also leaves behind his two uncles; Andy Sarabia of San Angelo and Alonzo Sarabia of Plainview; and two aunts, Eloisa Rios and Evon Guerrero both of Plainview. Adrian was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Tilo Sarabia. Pallbearers are Kevin Sarabia, Andy Sarabia, Jerry Sarabia, Patrick Dominguez, Alex Vasquez and Paul Perez. Maria Chavez Garcia, 76, of Lubbock passed away on Nov. 14, 2013. She was born Oct. 31, 1937, in Rosebud, Texas, to Juan and Mary Martinez. She was raised in Waco and moved to Lubbock in 1965. She married Domingo Chavez on April 9, 1966, in Lubbock. He died Aug. 2, 1993. She later married Ralfael Garcia. Maria worked for Fern's Beauty Shop and Parramore Upholstery for 18 years before retiring. She was a member of the Pentecostal church. Survivors include her husband, Rafeal; children, Mary Lou (Roy) Mungia of Lubbock, Josie (George) Carranza of Pasadena, Katie Chavez of Corpus Christi, Ester (Robert) Luera of Corpus Christi, Ruben Chavez of Grand Prairie, and Charles (Bonnie) Chavez of Lubbock; 16 grandchildren; 58 great-grandchildren; 12 great-great grandchildren; four brothers; and six sisters. Victoria Gonzalez, 90, of Lubbock passed away on Oct. 25, 2013. She was born on Dec. 26, 1922 in San Antonio, Texas to the late Esteben and Paula Gutierrez. She married Jesus Gonzalez on Dec. 26, 1940 in Seguin, Texas. He preceded her in death on Jan. 11, 1992. She was a homemaker and a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. She moved to the Lubbock area in 1953 from Seguin. She was preceded in death by three sons, Joe Gonzalez in 1993, Victor Gonzalez in 1949, and Marcus Gonzalez in 1948; two daughters, Stella Reyes in 2010, and Herlinda Mireles in 1999; a sister, Guadalupe Gutierrez; three brothers, Ricardo Gutierrez, Francisco Gutierrez, and Pedro Gutierrez. Survivors include four sons, Frank Gonzalez, Paul Gonzalez, Mike Gonzalez all of Lubbock, and Pete Gonzalez of Slaton; four daughters, Jane Ybanez, Suzy Salas, Adelita Olguin all of Lubbock, and Val Suarez of Luling, Texas; 43 grandchildren; 129 great-grandchildren; and 61 great-great grandchildren.
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